Nothing Announces Ear (3a)

London-based consumer technology brand Nothing today, July 7 (Tue), announced its latest wireless earbuds, "Ear (3a)".

Enjoy to your heart's content with Ear (3a)

Ear (3a), the latest addition to Nothing's playful (a) series, is designed for a generation that sees technology as an extension of their identity. Inspired by the energy of music and self-expression, it comes in White, Black, and an evolved Yellow, plus a new vibrant Pink, offering bolder color options.

In addition to an immersive listening experience, it features a new function to capture sounds of memorable moments anytime, blending technology that enriches life with Nothing's unique design.

Capture sound as it is with Audio Snapshot

Ear (3a) is equipped with a total of 32MB of internal memory, allowing you to capture the sounds you hear directly from the earbuds.

With "Audio Snapshot*", you can instantly clip and save media as it plays. By simply pinching both earbuds, you can capture the sound before and after the moment you operate, saving the sound of that moment like a "screenshot".

Recorded data is automatically synced to the Nothing X app, where it can be played, edited, shared, and transcribed. You can also convert important parts of transcriptions into shareable quote cards, making it easy to revisit and share impressive content.

*Audio Snapshot is for personal, non-commercial use only. Please comply with applicable laws and third-party rights when using.

Record important conversations with the call recording function

With Ear (3a), you can also record calls and online meetings directly from the earbuds. With simple gesture operations, you can record conversations for up to approximately 2 hours without taking out your smartphone. Never miss important conversations or crucial moments.

Recorded data is automatically synced to the Nothing X app for playback, editing, and transcription. Before starting call recording, a privacy notification informs all participants that recording is taking place.

Further refined sound with Hi-Res Audio

At the heart of Ear (3a) is a newly designed 12mm dynamic driver that delivers deeper bass and crystal-clear sound with every detail. The larger driver moves more air, enhancing bass frequencies by up to 5dB compared to the previous generation. Additionally, a lightweight PMI diaphragm inspired by aerospace technology reproduces clear, detailed treble.

It supports wireless Hi-Res Audio and is compatible with the LDAC codec. With high-quality playback up to 24bit/96kHz, you can enjoy the original richness and balance of music, with sound faithful to the original source. The detailed equalizer setting mode in the Nothing X app supports fine-tuning of sound quality with 8 bands and sharing of EQ profiles, allowing you to further pursue your preferred listening experience.

Static Spatial Audio expands traditional stereo sound into a wider, more immersive soundstage, transforming movies, live performances, and everyday listening into a more lifelike experience.

Silence is also high performance

Ear (3a) supports active noise cancellation up to 45dB, providing a focused environment wherever you are. Improved acoustic mesh and ANC algorithms achieve powerful noise reduction across a wider frequency range, particularly enhancing noise cancellation performance in the 400Hz to 2,000Hz band, where much of daily environmental noise is concentrated. Compared to the previous generation, the noise cancellation coverage has improved by 17.1% overall.

In situations where you need to be aware of your surroundings, the Transparency Mode allows you to naturally incorporate external sounds.

Three microphones on each earbud, combined with an AI-powered noise reduction system, deliver clear voice calls even in crowded places, busy trains, or windy outdoor environments.

Uplifting design and comfortable fit

The redesigned charging case draws inspiration from the form of pill packaging and shrink wrap. It features a more rounded, approachable silhouette, creating a design that is both visually playful and pleasant to the touch.

The earbuds themselves inherit Nothing's signature see-through design, with further refined details. The ergonomic design includes new XS size ear tips for a comfortable fit for a wider range of users.

The charging case is equipped with three new LED status lights, allowing you to check key system information at a glance, such as battery level, charging status, and pairing progress.

Power that lasts

Ear (3a) offers up to 10 hours of playback on the earbuds alone with ANC off, and up to 42 hours with the charging case. With ANC on, it provides up to 6 hours of playback on the earbuds alone, and up to 25 hours with the charging case.

Even when the battery is low, a quick 5-minute charge provides approximately 1 hour of playback.

Personalize your listening experience with Nothing X

The Nothing X app offers advanced personalization features such as EQ adjustment, profile sharing, firmware updates, and Find My Earbuds.

Ear (3a) also integrates with Nothing smartphones for quick access to ChatGPT and Essential news, supporting hands-free productivity and personalized daily information updates.

Sales Information & Pricing

Ear (3a) is available in four colors: Black, White, Pink, and Yellow.

¥15,800 (tax included)

Sales begin July 7 (Tue) at 7:30 PM on nothing.tech.

**For details on sales and pricing at authorized retail partners, please check their respective websites.

***Please refer to this media kit for images, videos, and product guides of Ear (3a).

****For detailed product specifications and features of Ear (3a), please visit nothing.tech.

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About Nothing

Nothing is a consumer technology company based in London. We create technology for a generation that questions the status quo and wants to challenge convention. Our mission is to make technology fun again and to empower self-expression through award-winning products that are different by design, sound, and experience. Driven by innovative creativity, Nothing is currently one of the fastest-growing smartphone and consumer audio brands globally, and the only new smartphone brand to have continued growth in the past decade. Supported by over $450 million in funding from 11,000 community investors and leading global investors, Nothing is redefining the next generation of personal technology, shaped by culture, creativity, and community.